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Let's get ready to rumble. Well the race is on between Mudzer(Neil) and myself. I have ordered my doubler and it should be here by the end of the week(I hope). We will see who has their truck on the road first. /forums/images/graemlins/1zhelp.gif

Nothing like a year's head start! /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

Remember who has the best tranny jack in the world! Muaaaahahahahahaa /forums/images/graemlins/ears.gif

Hey,
I think Neil has two secret weapons that you lack...
1. The best tranny jack in the world
(So cool it might as well be chromed...bling bling)
2. Me...with such superpowers as the ability to point and laugh at Neil when he drops a wrench in 5 gallons of gear oil.
What do you say about that ? eh ?
Blake

Doh....

And, why am I not working tonight? I dont know!!!

I'm just racing to get this thing together in time to go. I got it painted over the weekend now I just need to swap the body bushings and start putting it back together.

Now Neil, just remember where you got that transmission jack from.

Well,

More problems. I will need to install the 2" body lift, and probably clearance the floor somewhat. I am not sure about the driveline angles, they dont seem too bad. We will see. Tonight, the body lift goes on and finally I can get the transfercases where they belong.

The Dual Case is bolted to the tranny in the truck, but sitting a little lower than I expected.

More news at 10:00. /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

Neil,
As moderator of the Midwest K5 Thing, can't you add to the rules that all posts must be written using punctuation ? Or maybe a community standard of writing posts that make sense to others besides the author ? I think this would benefit everyone here and help with some confusion.

Blake

Now now, play nice! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

-Dan

Time keeps on tickin' tickin' tickin'..... Into the Fuu-turrre....

Du-du dudu. Du-du duuu! /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

Sorry to hear about your Delay Layne! I'm going on a parts round-up trip to KV this weekend so the truck sits idle.

Neil its time to turn up the heat. After my minor set back today, I now have the doubler kit in hand. The 203 is rebuilt and ready to go. Tomorrow I should be taking the 205 out and modifing the shift rails and start fitting the 203 to the NV4500. Check out the pic Doubler Kit (http://coloradok5.com/photos/showgallery.php?ppuser=278&cat=500&thumb=1) /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

Now thats what I call some SEXY metal!!! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif Go Layne Go Layne! /forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif

-Dan

IT'S TIME TO KICK IT UP A NOTCH!! BLAMMM!
Well I didn't get as much done as I had hoped to, but I did get the Doubler Kit installed in the NP203. I got the NP205 out of the Blazer (without the use of the Ultimate Tranny Jack). I got the Doubler/NP203 installed. Check it out: Doubler Project (http://coloradok5.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=9299&ppuser=278&thumb=1) /forums/images/graemlins/pimp.gif

I got the front crossmember in, the gearbox back on, about 5 min from having the front axle cleaned and ready to reasemble, and got almost half of the body bushings on thanks to a little help from Jeff.

It sounds like almost everyone is under the gun to get ready in time for the run. I hope we all make it!?!

Under the gun? I haven't even found the gun yet! I have yet to even TOUCH my truck. Still have to get the 42's on, fenders "trimmed", install the WTO hydro assist, OBA install, and a possible twin stick on the 205. Sounds like I should get busy... /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

-Dan

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Now thats what I call some SEXY metal!!! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif Go Layne Go Layne! /forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif

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Hey Man, where is your loyalty!!!

Layne, it's looking good. What happened to "Im going to be too busy this weekend to get anything done." Geez. You let your guard down and he beats you with a frying pan! /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

Hey, Now I need to post pics of my doubler COMPLETELY in the truck.

Neil, it only took 2.5 hours to assemble the 203/Doubler and that includes taking pictures and cleaning up the shop so I could find the workbench. It did take a little longer than that to get the 205 out. I had to wait for the tires to deflate so the jack would reach. I took the 205 completely apart today after church. I have started the modification to the shift rail and will drill and tap the "plug" holes. One major set back though. I leave for Lincoln, NE tomorrow at 5:30 AM and won't be home to work on it till next weekend. You may have enough time to catch up.Good Luck /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

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I leave for Lincoln, NE tomorrow at 5:30 AM and won't be home to work on it till next weekend.

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And I suppose you didn't take the NP205 with you to work on in the hotel room?

Oh, and to all KC Metro area pedestrians and drivers - be on the lookout for a white mini van that drives from shoulder to shoulder. Driver is known to whip out his "shaft" while driving and talking on a cell phone.... /forums/images/graemlins/pimp1.gif

In reference to Layne looking at his Doubler and talking to me on the cell phone.

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And I suppose you didn't take the NP205 with you to work on in the hotel room?

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Now that shounds like something I would try... too bad I fly. I don't think I could get a 205 case thru airport security! /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/pimp1.gif

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Now that shounds like something I would try... too bad I fly. I don't think I could get a 205 case thru airport security! /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/pimp1.gif

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Believe it or not, you could actually do it.

I took a piece of the track of a Bradley fighting vehicle through three airports and onto two different airplanes and nobody said a word. I even sent it though the x ray machine.

I was going to take it with me, but will have too many other things to do. It will have to wait until I get back home. I did however order the new poly mounts for it today. They should be there by the time I get home.

Stay-tus report - Installed the 2" body lift and finally tucked the NP205 up into the frame rails last night. Did some other p-diddly things like installed the tranny cooler, hooked up the ram to the steering box, measured for steel and driveshaft lengths. Should be close to mobile this week. /forums/images/graemlins/pimp.gif

And how are things going for you Layne?

I took some pics of my greasy frame but left the camera at the shop!

12:08 PM, Picked up the steel for the crossmember.

"Im on my Waa aa aayy, Im on my Waa aa aayy, Home Sweeet Hoome!" /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Mobile in that if someone pushes you out the door it will roll down hill. Or it will move under it's own power? LOL /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

I didn't say anything about power. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Mobile
def: the time when Neil has gotten all the [censored] hanging from the truck bolted to it in one form or the other, including the removal of the pimpin tranny jack.

Steve...what's the word on those spring perchs ?

Blake

Well nothing new here. Should be able to pick up my parts at the end of the week. Sounds like you are way ahead of me know.

Perches will be done on Friday!

It looks like Layne is folding under the pressure! Muuaaaahahahahaha /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Well I got home tonight and guess what was waiting for me on my porch. My poly mounts are here, I also picked up the new NV4500 tailhousing and 205 gasket set. I modified the 205 shift rail. I should be able to assemble the 205 tomorrow at lunch. Look out Neil, I'm Back.

Layne-

Would you happen to have any pics of the 205 shift rails? I am thinking on twin sticking the 205... but I wanted some pics.

Thanks man!

-Dan

Dan, here ya go.
http://www.alaskaoffroad.com/tech_2.htm

Got the crossmember built (in its first stage), I will add a second crossmember and skidplate prior to our Run.

Driveshafts are done, I will pick them up today. Now I will get the motor fired up and drive it to the exhaust shop for the new 3" Single with DynoMax welded race muffler! Woo Hoo, she's gonna sound Baaad!

Im about 3 steps ahead of ya brother Layne! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Heres my stubbie shaft for the rear with 1350 joints. I think I'll mount it with the yoke pointed towards the 14 bolt. It's easier to replace a yoke on the trail than it is to rebuild a shaft! Thats my tip for the day.

http://coloradok5.com/photos/data/500/42R0100002-med.JPG

Well the 205 is now in and attached to the Doubler/203. I presently have the original crossmember in and am designing the rear crossmember. I measured the driveshafts and will drop them off next week. Looks like Neil is still in the lead. Still waiting on my triple shifter.

Pushing Further ahead. I have the motor sooo close to starting, I should probably be in the shop right now! I am hoping to fire up the K5 tomorrow morning and test the tranny and dual case setup. I do not have the front driveshaft modified - it goes to the shop Monday. I will have some misc things to work out after I do the initial fire up.

I still have to build covers for the gaping holes in the floor and have the mods to the crossmember like I talked about (phone coversation to the boys).

Looks like I am ahead of shed-ule on getting the truck finished prior to the Event!!

Sounds like you are definately making progress Layne. See you on Sunday! /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

I'm way behind. For starters my 2 peice timing cover is thicker than stock so I have to convert everything to a long water pump. I did get the moter set in have the new water pump on but thats about it. hopefully tomorow I will beable to get the rest of the motor together.

Since friday I have:
Rewired and installed the starter, installed new radiator, installed Hayden tranny cooler, installed electric auxillary fan, installed dead soft aluminum header gaskets, put on new spark plug wires (universal fit, big PITA), ran tranny lines, put on tranny dipstick, installed 2WD steering box, X-Over steering arm.

**I then started the blazer for the 1st time since the fire**

Today all I have to do is install the drag link and eyeball the alignment.

I plan on a maiden voyage by 1pm today. Pictures and video to follow /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

Sweet, Brent. I am heading down to the shop now to start disassembly of the Crew Cab. Going to order doubler this week. Got the range box coming from Mudzer. Got Hummer beadlocks last Friday. Now All I need is more free time.

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Finished body bushings except for tightning. Got the motor in, the exhaust hooked up and the axle carrier is in place. Need to get the valve covers cleaned, get the balencer on and gather parts for the long water pump conversion. (the two piece timing cover is too tall for a short) I think I can salvage parts from the FireBird to do this. then its carb, linkage, vacume lines, water lines, wireing harness and front clip.

Well I picked up the drive shafts today. I installed them this afternoon and they fit!! Started designing the crossmember. Hopefully my shifter will ship tomorrow. TICK TICK TICK.

Getting closer all the time. Now I wish I hadnt switched over to an Auto - Darned tranny coolant lines are a pain in my backside! Thats what is keeping me from backing out of the garage!!! Going to the Junkyard to do some searching tomorrow.

What???? Just go buy 5ft sections and BEND NEW ONES!!! Silly guy... who buys their tranny cooler lines from the junkyard anywho??? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif /forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif /forums/images/graemlins/pimp1.gif

-Dan

Dan,
You would think that would solve it.....but...
He has a set of standard 5/16 line and they won't thread in the tranny adapters.
Mudzer....
"behind the counter" at AZ, we have different tranny adapters...here's an idea. If you want we can just get new adapters and use the lines you already have. Or get some junk yard parts.

Blake

If you have any of the old lines cut them about 3-4 inches then use rubber fuel line. It really works and should get you buy till LMC can get you the correct part.

Might be an idea. I am planning to take off this afternoon and hit the yard for some other parts I need.

Dan, I will purchase my tranny lines at a junkyard, then have them extrude honed for better flow and more horsepower. I will make them flow 320 CFM at 28" H20./forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

He said "Junkyard"... Hey speaking of Junkyardin, Where's Todd been? I havent talked to him for a while.

Well, if we are talking about "having the truck on the road", I have accomplished the goal! Backed the truck out of the garage last night for a hellish short drive. After a few adjustments; including a proper shift into the correct gear on the NP205, I had all use of my auto tranny. /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

I still need to work on a better crossmember setup with skid and some tranny tunnel mods, as well as Shifters for the T-cases - then Im ready for the trip! /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

Layne is nearly there too so it looks to be a tie.

Thanks Blake for many nights of wrenching, Layne for actually doing all of the work as I stood dumbfounded, Frisbie for many hours of consultation, Mr. Hedrick for many laughs and words of wisdom, and Steve Sharp for the Many emails and late night phone calls. The Auto thang is starting to become a reality!

Now I just need to get past jumping in the truck and pushing the imaginary 3rd pedal to the floor as a crank the engine over! /forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif

So there won't be anything to whine about when you are going up a wall? "Oh my leg is tired...I'm coming down!!!"

I wouldn't actually call it a "whine". /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif I DID make the climb easier for everyone after me! /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

Just for the heck of it... here is what mine looks like now that I have 1/2 the fender trimming done:
http://12.208.69.79/images/truck/fendertrimmin/DSC03236%20(Medium).JPG
http://12.208.69.79/images/truck/fendertrimmin/DSC03238%20(Medium).JPG

Now I have to get around to the other side of the truck, and get those fenders cut too! Then we need to bolt down the cage, and install the hydro. Maybe I will finish up the OBA too before the run... but I have a week long business trip I am attending starting this Saturday! /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif Then once I come home, I've only got FIVE freakin days until I need to be on the road to Arkansas! DOE! /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif /forums/images/graemlins/1zhelp.gif

Bryan, you and I really need to get our butts in gear my man!

FINALLY, all this and I have yet to go pickup my trailer yet either!!! Damn... I am going to have to take that ENTIRE week off to make this thing happen I bet...

-Dan

Looks Killer man! What did you use to Hack the fenders? Did you do the hacking at like 2:00 AM? /forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif

I still have a bunch of things to do. /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Lets see... I used a jigsaw with a sheet metal blade, a sawzall, a cutting torch... I cut part of the way thru the headlight harness, and killed my thermal switch for my fans by cutting thru the delicate little metal lead. OOOOOPS! There goes another $30! /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

I also found that my drivers rear spring pack BROKE the pin that holds the leaf together... I noticed since the axle was moved farther forwards on the drivers side vs. the passenger side. /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif Looks like as a result I will be getting a set of 57" Ferd springs, and the Echobit 6" shackle to get that problem fixed... really only doing that seeing as my rear springs are sagging and tired anyhow, they needed to be replaced. JUST ANOTHER THING TO FINISH BEFORE THE RUN! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/ignore.gif

-Dan

What do you want for your current Echobit flip?

Well, just a quick update. I have filled all the cases and made sure all the hardware is tight. I took it for a test drive with just the front crossmember in place and everything seems to work including the speedo. I still don't have any shifters. ORD is behind on building, so I may have to build my own. I am leaving shortly to go and learn how to weld, so I can make my rear crossmember. I think Neil may be a little ahead of me, but we will see you at the finish line. /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

I don't know who is ahead of who. I just found out my Range Box is shot. It has a very bad noise coming from the idler. Of course, it could be other issues but the sound seems to be coming from my range box. Possibly the bearings or shaft is bad on the idler - didn't have these out of the case.

So, I will have to find a definate ride down and back - via a Trailer. Ken said he would pull me down.

The truck works fine at crawling speeds, just makes a funny noise on deceleration.

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There is a race goin on? /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif Well I guess I'd better get on the porch so the "big dogs" don't run me over /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Later,
Don
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Got the engine together, plummed, belted, and wired and spent three days looking fo a bad connection that turned out to be at the junction block. Just found that today and the battery is to dead to start it. I still ned to put one fender on the hood, grill, bumper, and cowel and finish putting the front axle together and off to the alaignment shop I go. Well, after I get it started that is.

I'm winning /forums/images/graemlins/rotfl.gif

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Well some good news and some bad news. The bad news first. There is only 8 days left until the run. The good news, I spoke to ORD late yesterday and the prototype triple stick should be on its way to me by Friday. If it doesnt show I will be designig my own. I still have to install the crossmember, tightnen all the hardware, and check the fluids but its almost done. YEP Ehhh! /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

Fired the motor up but it is overheating. I know it needs a radiater but I can't afford a new one till next month. I also have a bad oil leak. It was too hot and dark to tell just where it is coming from but at first look the highes wet spot I see is just abouve the starter on the deck. I hope it's not comming from the head. Other than that it sounds great and pulls hard. Now to fix the listed problems and put the body together put one hub on and tighten the body bushings.

It was overheating because it was too rich. It rund great now. all thats left is tie rod, drag links, and body. I hope.

Glad to hear that its doing better. I just finished installing the latest product from ORD. I got the prototype triple stick installed. I had to modify it somewhat since I have the 4500 5 speed, but for the most part a great product. Should be ready to go except for loading tools on Friday when I get home from my trip to NC.

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So who won? /forums/images/graemlins/ears.gif Am I catchin up /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif